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Lyophilize

Description

Lyophilize, also known as freeze-drying, is a process where a substance is rapidly frozen and then subjected to reduced pressure, causing the frozen water in the substance to sublimate directly from the solid phase to the gas phase, leaving behind a dry product.

Examples:

1. The pharmaceutical company used lyophilization to preserve the stability of the vaccine.
2. To prepare instant coffee, the water is removed through the lyophilizing process.
3. Lyophilize is commonly applied in the food industry to ensure longer shelf life for various products.

Synonyms

• Freeze-dry
• Cryodesiccate

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